Thursday, January 16, 2014

Becky again.... these are Tara's words from facebook - it's easier for her to post on facebook, I'm guessing.

Well it has been 11 months since my last scan...today we heard two of our favorite words..."no change" I decided to stare at my little Addie instead of the brain scan...I wish I had her for all the other scans...I have less anxiety looking at her than at the scans! Happy day

Becky here.... I did calm down after my brave break when I vented to all of you; and I credit my calming down due to a blessing I received from my brother who is staying here. As I was completely losing it; the thought kept coming to me, "you could ask Ron for a blessing." But I disregarded it telling myself I have cried and cried before and faced hard things and I could do it again; but I finally listened to the thought and I'm so glad I did. Suffice it to say, I felt the Lord's love for myself and Tara (again) and I was able to calm down and face the scan calmly with Tara. Tara didn't seem too rattled and I was so glad. Thank heavens for little Adelyn to be a wonderful distraction.

I can't say enough thanks for all the prayers and support sent our way. One other little hopeful piece - Shapiro said since we made it 11 months without a scan we can now wait for 3 months before our next one. That is great news in the GBM world. So, now only 4 times a year will we go through this stress.

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

I am sitting here uncontrollaby crying for no really good reason. I am mostly crying because I am so touched by the support from all of you. I went on facebook and saw how many people are praying for sweet Tara today. I just don't know how we could make it through this without prayer. So, why am I crying?? Is it because I've already been up since 4:30 and am overly tired? No, I think the reason I can't stop is because my sweet daughter has to face the brain world again today and she is scared. I don't like her to have to face this. I don't want to face it, either. It's been a nice long break without scans but face it we must. And we can only do it with the support of the Lord and our friends and family. I just wish that all she had to face every day was the beautiful face of her little daughter and the love of her husband. I don't want this to be part of her life. I know we are likely better people because of it; but this just stinks sometimes. So, I am crying and crying and taking my "brave break" now so I won't do it when I'm with Tara. Thanks for letting me vent and keep those prayers coming.

Saturday, January 11, 2014

Becky here..... it's a little hard for Tara to post pictures with one hand.... so I'm helping her out and getting some cute pictures on the blog.

There is nothing in the world so miraculous as a baby; and watching Tara, Josh, and little Adelyn together is the MOST heart-warming thing in the whole world!!! Such a miracle and blessing! I love this little girl so much! This is the best! Now I have 3 grandchildren here to enjoy; and 3 more on the way! Aaahhhh life is beautiful. We are so blessed. Please pray for us as Tara faces the scan / brain world again this week. She has been having headaches but we are blaming them on lack of sleep and hormones. She does seem to be getting better as the days pass and is recovering from childbirth. Feeding little Adelyn takes all her time, and as new mothers know, getting anything else other than caring for a baby done during the day is a bonus. A shower is a bonus, a walk, or any picking up in the house! I love watching Tara experience the NORMAL things about life - all these experiences with the baby are treasured moments for sure! We love you all and appreciate your support!

About Me

Tara Lynn Bodrero. Daughter of God. Born to Scott and Becky Schlappi. Married to Joshua Bodrero. Fighting life-threatening brain cancer. Believes in God. Prayed for daily. Blessed with love. Lover of animals. Stubborn. Crazy. In love. Strong willed. Loves family.
I have an army fighting for me.
email me at
tarabodrero@gmail.com